In 2015, Thompson had a strong training camp but due to injury, he was released on an injury settlement. Last season, Thompson made his way back to the Bills via waivers, re-signing with the team on Oct. 17 after he was cut by the Chicago Bears.

Upon his return to the Bills, Thompson was a featured wide receiver in the team’s offense, hauling in 27 catches for 430 yards and a touchdown in 11 games played, which included seven starts. Of all of those, none was bigger than a catch he made against the Indianapolis Colts.

In a late season blizzard, the Bills edged the Colts in overtime. LeSean McCoy scored the winner on a touchdown run. Right before, third-string quarterback Joe Webb tossed up a prayer pass to Thompson. Through the wind, sleet, snow, and everything else mother nature threw at Thompson, he came down with the catch.

Without it, it’s unlikely the Bills crack their 17 season playoff drought.